Who Are We Abiding With Today?

O. T. #2140  "Who Are We Abiding With Today?"

March 2, 2022

Summary of Amos

LET IT GLOW

As we continue to look into 1 John 2, we find 5 times that he used the word abide, which means to stay (in a given place, state, relation, or expectancy); remain; stand; tarry, in the Greek language.

John tells us to not love the world, things in it-lust of the flesh and eyes, as well as the pride of life. He that does the will of God abideth forever. We are to walk in God's will, not walk in the way of the world.

In what things are we to abide, remain, stand?

• Abide in the doctrine of Christ,
• in the light,
• in the Word of God,
• abide with God,
• in His love,
• in the vine,
• in the paths,
• and in the teachings of Jesus.

 When we stay in God's Word, doctrine, and live by Jesus' teachings, remain in His love, and continue to be connected on the vine and paths established for us, then we are abiding in God's will and will abide forever in eternity with Him.

That's our challenges, dear one. Which ones do we need to work on? Others will see that we are a child of God and are overcomers of the wicked one. (verse 14)

 

LET IT GROW

Join me as we review what God had to say through Amos, a poor, lower class farmer, and formally uneducated hillbilly.

• God's judgment was coming upon 6 nations that mistreated Israel and God's chosen nation of Judah and Israel.
• God asked 7 questions in chapter 3.
• Surely the Lord God will do nothing but He revealeth His secret unto His servants the prophets. (3:7) Amos knew what was going to happen if those people did not repent.
• ... and because I will do this unto thee, prepare to meet thy God, O Israel. (4:12) Are we prepared to meet God today?
• The LORD, The God of Hosts, is His name. (4:13) He is Jehovah God and we are all helpless before Him. Through Jesus we live and breath and are saved.
• ... Seek ye Me, and ye shall live. (5:4) God's judgment is inevitable, but can be avoided by seeking Him. (5:3)

God is our omnipotent  Creator and sustainer of life. Are we seeking Him?

He alone is our Hope, Help, Savior, Redeemer. Are we seeking Him?

He is the Everlasting Father. Are we seeking Him?

He is omnipotent, all-powerful God. Are we seeking Him?

He is gracious, merciful, and compassionate. Are we seeking Him?

He is omnipresent and everywhere God. Are we seeking Him?

He is our answer, compassion, strength, refuge. Are we seeking Him?

LET IT GO

Jesus, Your name is powerful because You are all-powerful.

You alone are worthy of our praise, worship, honor, and glory.

Keep us in Your will, so we won't be in Your way.

We pray for the people in Ukraine. Protect them, guide them, strengthen their faith in You. Do miraculous things for them that only You can do, Wonder Working God. Save the lost strengthen the weak.

May we faithfully abide in You until You call us home.